Problem Statement

Quantitative Aptitude - Proportionality and Loss This item is from the Quantitative group, Quant Math Ability section, of a HirePro online assessment. Question 1 The cost of a diamond is directly proportional to the square of its weight. A diamond breaks into three pieces whose weights are in the ratio 3:5:7. If the original value of the diamond was Rs 2,45,000, then find the loss in value due to the breakage. A. Rs 154567.88 B. Rs 154622.22 C. Rs 153456.22 D. Rs 154445.88